Maria Guadalupe Esteves, age 85, of Miles City passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at her home in Miles City surrounded by her family.
Maria emigrated from Mexico as a young teenager with her family to Texas. As a young woman, Maria worked various jobs to help support her family. While working in Idaho she met the love of her life Higinio Esteves in 1956. From this union they were blessed with six daughters. In 1961, they made Miles City their home.
One of Maria’s many pastimes was to sit outside and enjoy watching and listening to the birds around her yard. She was an avid gardener who had an amazing green thumb and could grow any kind of flower and or vegetable of which she was known for. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting and cooking for all who came to her home. She was known to many as Grandma Maria as she welcomed anyone into her home and into her life with open arms.
Maria is survived by her daughters: Rosa (Clancy) Nerbonne of Butte, MT; Beatriz (Mike) Sturtz, Diana Esteves, Susana Leidholt and Mary Esteves (Art Jordan) all of Miles City; two brothers: Roberto Rodriguez and Benjamin Rodriguez of Val Rico, FL; two sisters: Rosa Rodriguez of Dallas, TX and Jesusa Rodriguez of Harlingen, TX; sixteen grandchildren and ten great grandchildren, and her puppy Baby Bear. She was preceded in death by her husband Higinio Esteves and an infant daughter, Maria Elena.
Visitation will begin on Sunday, April 6, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home followed by a vigil service at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 7, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Should friend’s desire memorials, the family requests donations be made in Maria’s honor to Wake Up and Lace Up, 107 Balsam Dr., Miles City, MT 59301.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday April 6, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Vigil Service
7:00 p.m.
Sunday April 6, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Monday April 7, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday April 6, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Vigil Service
7:00 p.m.
Sunday April 6, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m.
Monday April 7, 2014
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Brenda Witkowski says
Mary and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your momma. Words can not express how heavy our hearts are for you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. May you be comforted in memories and by knowing that you did everything you could until the very end. God bless you all!! Love, Travis, Brenda, Hallee and Hayven
Karla Huseby says
Susana and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Grandma Esteves was a very big part of Tiffani’s and my life when we lived in Miles City, she was a very loving and caring lady and always wanted to help others and didn’t expect anything in return. I enjoyed her so very much and didn’t get to see her much in these last few years. We all know that she is now enjoying the greatest gift of all~the Kingdom of God! Love to all of the Esteves Family, may all of your wonderful memories be a comfort to you in your time of sorrow. God’s Blessings~Ian, Karla, Collin and Jaqcee
Sandy and Ric Rabe says
Mary and Family,
You been in my thoughts and prayers since I found out your Mom was ill. I pray that all the good memories that you have will give you comfort and help you through these tough times. God Bless you all.
Sandy and Ric
Keith & Barb Hoover says
Growing up, I had many fond memories over at the Esteves House. Even though I couldn’t speak a lick of Spanish they always made me feel welcome. Your dad in his stripped bibs and your mom always puttering around in the kitchen! They are now together watching out over all of you. I love you ALL!
Tvedt Family says
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. The Tvedt boys loved Gramma Maria! Please know you are all in our prayers. May your many wonderful memories give you comfort and carry you through this difficult time. Hugs to you all. Love – Garryn, Derrick, Dalton and Deegan Tvedt
Cindy and Dale Berg says
Susanna, Mary, Bea & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. I know how much your mom and grandma meant to you all! Keep her memories close. Hugs to you all.
Aaron & Brenda Kneeland says
Alicia & Family – so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and peace in your many happy memories – you are in our thoughts and prayers. Aaron, Brenda, Bradley & Robert Kneeland
Bonnie and Jeff Boggs says
To the family of Maria. May you always know the love of Maria and how special you were to her. What a good lady she was. She made the best empanadas I ever tasted and her kindness, I’ll never forget. You all were very lucky to be a part of such a wonderful lady. Hold your memories close to your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bonnie
Martha Esteves Trejo and Family says
The Trejo Family says:
To Rosa, Beatriz, Diana, Susana, and Mary, I am so sorry for the loss of My Aunt Lupe very sweet person. My heart aches because I was not able to make it to Montana to see her before the Lord took away and being so far away makes it hard to be there in the physical but we hold all of you close to our heart and our prayers. We Love You, God Bless You and give you strength thru this hardship. May all the good memories keep her alive in your heart and mind.
Joe, Kayla, and Jerred Kiel says
Sorry to hear about your loss! She truly was an awesome lady! Our thoughts go out to the family! Love you Mary, Gabe, Alicia, Alex, and Brenden!
Joe, Kayla, and Jerred Kiel says
We are praying for you as well!
Blackie & Carol Schneider says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I think our Lord needed another good cook and chose this amazing lady. He has one of the best.
Kevin & Sheila Krausz says
Susana & Family,
May you be comforted by your memories of your mother/grandmother. Praying for you all in this difficult time.
Kevin & Sheila Krausz
J Johnson says
My sincere condolences to the family of Maria Guadalupe Esteves – I am sorry to hear of your loss. The Bible promises a resurrection of dear family members and friends that we have lost (John 5:28, 29). I hope you are comforted by Bible promises of a hopeful future including hope of everlasting life (John 17:3).
Cindy, Kelly and Kelcy Conley says
Mary and family – we are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She is in a better place now, with my Mom, enjoying the beautiful flowers and gardens in heaven. Please hold the memories of her close, as they will help get you through each day. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Josh, Jenny, Perri and Dessie says
Mary and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Although we didn’t have the privilege of knowing Maria personally we know by the legacy of family and love she has left behind she was quite a lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and we hope the joy and memories she left fill your hearts.
Blessings and love,
The Sloan’s
Audrey and Greg family says
So sorry for the loss of your mom may she rest in peace . Yous are all in our thoughts and prayers
Cris Guerrero Santillan says
To all my dear cousins my deepest condolences. It is so hard to see her go. She will be dearly missed. I loved my Tia Lupe. She was a wonderful person. She had so much love to give. I remember when you all would come down and stay with mom and dad. We had so much fun. Mom and dad always enjoyed you alls visit. Now they are all together up in heaven. Enjoying life without pain. This month on the 22nd will be a year that my dad went home to be with all his loved ones. So it was hard to hear about Tia’s passing. Girls you are not alone. You have to great guardian angels watching over you and your families. I am a phone call away if you need to talk.
Love you all
Cris Guerrero Santillan